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Ukunda, Kenya
Kwale County · Kenya
Ukunda is a mid-size city in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 77,686. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ukunda
Ukunda is a coastal town 25.8 km south of Mombasa. It is adjacent to Diani Beach, a major tourist area. The urban population was 77,686 in 2019.
People
Climate
| Population | 77,686 |
| Population Density | 6,352 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.2929°, 39.5640° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kwale County |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.5 inches (1,740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ukunda
Ukunda is a mid-size city in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 77,686. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Ukunda
Ukunda has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1114 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 12.2 sq mi (31.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,352/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.2929°N, 39.5640°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | MOMBASA | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 29 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Ukunda has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Ukunda
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaya Tiwi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lulu High School | - | - | - | - |
| Emmanuel Alexander Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Emmanuel Alexander Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mvumoni nursary school | - | - | - | - |
| Rainbow for kids | - | - | - | - |
| Mvindeni Secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Kaya Tiwi High School | - | - | - | - |
| mkwamboni primary school | - | - | - | - |
| muhaka primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Tiwi ECDE | - | - | - | - |
| School Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Diani Secondary (new) | - | - | - | - |
| Mvindeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwachema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakingwena school | - | - | - | - |
| Petals High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gombato secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Petals Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Mwaroni primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Shallom Natalies | - | - | - | - |
| Diani Secondary (old) | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakigwena primary school | - | - | - | - |
| ruffo accademy | - | - | - | - |
| Hermann school | - | - | - | - |
| Catholic Academy | - | - | - | - |
| ST Teresa | - | - | - | - |
| Coast Bidii School Academy | - | - | - | - |
| diani oais academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ukunda
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | - | AAC |
Museums in Ukunda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colobus Conservation | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| National Museum of Kenya- Coastal Forest Conservation Unit | ||||
| Shimba Hills National Reserve |
Libraries in Ukunda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ukunda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burani Centre | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Ibiza | |||||
| Kanana Market | |||||
| Kinango Animal market | |||||
| MacKinnon Market | |||||
| Majengo Sokoni (Farmers Market) | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Tchoka Open Market Centre | |||||
| Tiwi New Market | |||||
| Tiwi New Market |
Restaurants in Ukunda
57 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ukunda
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ukunda
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Ukunda
2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ukunda
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ukunda
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ukunda
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ukunda
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ukunda
16 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ukunda
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ukunda
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ukunda
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ukunda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium |
Airports Near Ukunda
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Batchuma Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Funzi Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilifi Plantation Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mackinnon Road Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ukunda
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Diani Post Office | |
| Ukunda post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ukunda
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Jesus Invitation Centre | |
| Campaign For Salvation And Healing Ministry | |
| Delerence Church Ukunda | |
| Free Pentecostal Church | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall | |
| KAG Church Ukunda | |
| Kongo Mosque | |
| Markaz | |
| Masjid Aqswa | |
| Masjid in Tiwi | |
| Msikiti Nuru | |
| Neno Evangelism Centre | |
| RahmaTbai Mosque | |
| Redeemed Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | |
| St Francis Catholic Church | |
| Tawfiq Mosque | |
| Ukunda catholic church-diani beach | |
| word of life church |
Quick Facts
Around Ukunda
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ukunda
9 places within 15 km
- • Baraka Fish Ponds
- • Ali barbours cave
- • Galu kinondo beach
- • Kinondo Beach
- • Pintadera Beach
- • Zebra africa safaris
- • Diani Beach Art Gallery
- • genarator
- • Jungle Snake Park
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ukunda
What is the population of Ukunda?
Ukunda has a population of 77,686 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 6,352 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ukunda?
Ukunda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches.